Haynesworth to the Patriots for a 5th rounder.

[mooby]

Originally Posted by JoeRedskin

Let's talk assumptions here. Was it reasonable to assume that AH would continue to be a big ass distraction?

First, AH hated Shanahan - that is well documented and he has not take one inch of it back. He made absolutely nothing in the way of concillatory gestures to the team, coach, fans. If he had (i.e "I was being a little intransigent last year, I may have been wrong in my approach"), we most certainly would have heard about it. Barring a true, come-to-Jesus moment, the AH/MS relationship was far to gone to be fixed given the personalities involved.

In light of this damaged relationship, I would suggest that unless AH completely submitted to the Shanny way, he would have been a distraction b/c media, fans, etc. would be looking for friction to blow out of proportion - every play would have been analyzed to determine if AH was truly playing in line. Given how bad things got, it was not going to be a "we kissed, made up and are now bestest pals" turnaround. The circus would have continued even if AH played well ("Now that AH is playing well on 3rd downs, do you see an expanded role for him? Why now? Why not?, etc.").

Even if you don't accept that AH playing well was not a necessary cure to the problem, is it reasonable to assume AH had changed the attitudes that contributed to the problem? I suggest no.

AH reporting to camp is not a concillatory gesture, it is merely minimal compliance and in keeping with his actions last year. He never - to my knowledge - said "I am not going to do that". He just gave half assed attempts when put in situations he didn't like. Unless there is something to suggest he changed his ways, going to camp is nothing more than a continuation of his passive-aggressive compliance.

Last year, AH's attitudes and actions contributed to the circus that was AH. While never refusing a "direct order", Haynesworth made comments, took actions and demonstrated in every possible way that Albert was going to do it Albert's way or no way. To date, AH has done nothing to disavow his behavior from last year.

In light of his prior year's affirmative actions and his failure to disclaim those actions and attitudes, the reasonable assumption is not that he had been reached and had a professional epiphany. Rather, the more reasonable assumption is that AH intended to continue being Albert and create the same distractions he did last year.

Dear God, did I just write all that on Fatal Bert? Damn you Schneed, you made my ham sandwich taste bad.

[Ruhskins]

Unless I see something interesting on this thread, here are my closing thoughts (a la Springer).

I really don't care what Albert Haynesworth does and personally I don't think any Redskins fan should care.

I hope the team has learned its lesson about paying a lot of money to troubled players.

And I would like for this team to take a page out of the Patriots and be ready to cut or trade any player that doesn't get with the plan.

[mooby]

Originally Posted by Ruhskins

Unless I see something interesting on this thread, here are my closing thoughts (a la Springer).

I really don't care what Albert Haynesworth does and personally I don't think any Redskins fan should care.

I hope the team has learned its lesson about paying a lot of money to troubled players.

And I would like for this team to take a page out of the Patriots and be ready to cut or trade any player that doesn't get with the plan.

Seconded.

[SirClintonPortis]

Albert Haynesworth knows how to talk the talk to the fanbase like a master seducer/seductress. After the successful seduction, he then proceeds to embark on actions not true to his word. As has already pointed out, his initial comment when he signed here should have given off the aura that he was going to be a good character guy. Instead, we get a promise-breaking loser with a criminal record to boot. Albert Haynesworth is the lemon-selling car dealer or the well paid tenant who promises to pay rent but somehow has a shitty credit score.

Sweet words, but sour products.

[SirClintonPortis]

Originally Posted by Schneed10

I trash psychologists?

:confused:

Oh, you know, guys who are work in human resources or study human resources are often psychologists.

[over the mountain]

Albert Haynesworth of Washington Redskins traded to New England Patriots, sources say - ESPN

didnt realize that AH reworked his contract with NE 5 days ago, terms yet to be disclosed. How the heck is he practicing then?
Oh well, i done with AH.

[Schneed10]

Originally Posted by SirClintonPortis

Oh, you know, guys who are work in human resources or study human resources are often psychologists.

Well I do hate HR.

[Dirtbag59]

The coaches are trying to teach the 3-4, and most of the players are loving the new system, except Albert.

[mooby]

Originally Posted by Dirtbag59

Albert Haynesworth doesn't like the 3-4? Who knew?

[redsk1]

Originally Posted by Dirtbag59

Love The Wire reference. Awesome.

It's funny about AH's comments. The negative environment was mainly due to his behavior. Take some responsibility.

Haynesworth, Ochocinco rejuvenated with Pats - NFL - Yahoo! Sports

[12thMan]

Haynesworth misses two practices, Belichick signed DE Shaun Ellis and Mark Anderson. Interesting.

[ragin98]

Who cares.

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by ragin98

Who cares.

Certainly not as rage inducing as finding out the Redskins and Bills are playing in Toronto

[SirClintonPortis]

Originally Posted by 12thMan

Haynesworth misses two practices, Belichick signed DE Shaun Ellis and Mark Anderson. Interesting.

Don't worry, AH will dominate even if he doesn't know crap about the playbook. /sarcasm

[EARTHQUAKE2689]

Originally Posted by Ruhskins

Unless I see something interesting on this thread, here are my closing thoughts (a la Springer).

I really don't care what Albert Haynesworth does and personally I don't think any Redskins fan should care.

I hope the team has learned its lesson about paying a lot of money to troubled players.

And I would like for this team to take a page out of the Patriots and be ready to cut or trade any player that doesn't get with the plan.

Until next time, take care of yourself and each other. (a la springer)